Unbeaten Hartridge cruise to glory

Hartridge Captain Rhys Yendle lifts the trophy with the help of his teammates.

Undefeated Hartridge lifted the SWALEC Division 6 South East trophy, after winning their final game against St Julians to secure the title.

Hartridge's league win was sealed midweek in a hard-fought 10-38 victory over close neighbours St Julians, which saw them walk away with yet another bonus point. The side scored a bonus point in every single game they have played this season.

There is much cause for celebration at the club, who have also recently started a youth side working with 14's and under, in partnership with Llanwern High School.

Head Coach Mark Wheeler, said: "Winning the title means everything. With some of the boys having come back from other clubs; that's really made a difference for us. We're really pleased, and also very confident about continuing the success next season."

Rhys Yendle, top points scorer and Club Captain, said: "We just want to thank everyone for their support - everyone in the background who you don't necessarily see. It really has been a big community effort to get here and lift the trophy today. Massive thanks to everyone involved."

Sadly, top try scorer Kirk Lewis was on holiday at the time of the presentation but he will surely be celebrating with his team on his return.

The Wales squad met back up this morning to prepare for the clash against England - WRU TV caught up with Neil Jenkins who said the squad were under no illusions for their next task but a trip to Twickenham doesn't hold any fears for a confident Wales side.

Wales hooker Ken Owens was delighted to get the NatWest 6 Nations off to a flying start with a convincing win against Scotland, where he says the squad were determined to deliver a performance 'from minute one.'

Welsh referee Nigel Owens will create history in the opening round of the NatWest 6 Nations clash at Stade de France where France face Ireland, when he surpasses the previous record of 17 Six Nations matches held by Alain Rolland and Jonathan Kaplan, as WRU TV's Graeme Gillespie discovers

Just two days until the NatWest 6 Nations kicks off. George North takes WRU TV around the players area at Principality Stadium after going through security - which fans will have to do on Saturday. Gates open at 11.15 - don't leave it late!

Next in the series of #TheTeamRoom we listen in to the first leadership group in camp. The players were asked to nominate their peers who they wanted to represent them on the group and we hear what Warren and the players have to say.

Wales head coach Warren Gatland was in a positive frame of mind at today's NatWest 6 Nations launch but admitted the opening clash in Cardiff was a 'massive' game as everyone is talking about the rise of Scotland.